Menstruators spend on average 46-98 days a year dealing with period pain.
Effectiveness: Moderately effective
Comparison: Somewhat better
Effects: Gradual over time
These suppositories definitely helped to dial down the pain, however they did not completely get rid of it, just made it more manageable. I ended up using 1 box for 1 period because I needed 2 suppositories at a time for optimal relief. Long term, that is pretty pricey. I would keep a box put away for those unbearable days, but I can't justify using them as my main source of pain control as a result of the price. I would love for AIMA to release an extra strength dose.
Effectiveness: Highly effective
Comparison: Much better
Effects: Immediate relief
I'm a pelvic physical therapist and I've worked with many people facing severe pelvic pain, particularly during their periods. For patients with uterine fibroids, endometriosis, and other conditions that cause intense cramping pain during menstruation, I often struggle to help them find pain relief that works and lasts.
I'm excited to be able to offer OVY to more of these patients. The suppository is small and easy to insert, even for people with a lot of pelvic floor muscle tension. I love that it's water-based so it won't disrupt the natural vaginal microenvironment or alter its pH.
A great innovation in helping people with pelvic pain manage their symptoms and feel better quickly!
Effectiveness: Highly effective
Comparison: Somewhat better
Effects: Immediate relief
OVY is an easy and effective way to treat the worst of my endometriosis pain without the harsh side effects of a lot of medications (NSAIDS and narcotics). With OVY, I can get back to sleep or work without worrying that my stomach will ache or wondering if I can safely work/drive/function. I am thankful to have an option to treat my pain that is effective and without negative side effects.
Effectiveness: Highly effective
Comparison: Much better
Effects: Immediate relief
My PT gave me one of the OVY because even after surgery I still have VERY painful periods. The suppository really helped with the tension due to the pain in my pelvic area. I was able to sleep that night which is a bit improvement for those days for me. I already got some more and hopefully I won’t need them very often but I’m glad it exists!
Effectiveness: Highly effective
Comparison: Much better
Effects: Immediate relief
As someone who has immensely struggled with period pain my entire life, this product saved me from the excruciating 2-3 days of intense cramps and allowed me to feel normal during my cycle - a first! I'm recommending it to all my friends!